El Salvador Travel Advisory Update: Level 1, Normal Precautions
The U.S. State Department updated the El Salvador travel advisory, maintaining Level 1. Gang activity has decreased, but the State of Exception remains, allowing warrantless arrests. U.S. government employees are prohibited from night intercity travel and public buses. Travelers are advised to stay alert, avoid night travel, and follow local laws.
Impact and considerations
El Salvador's security has improved, but the State of Exception poses legal risks; business travel should ensure compliance.
Key points
- Level 1: exercise normal precautions.
- Gang activity decreased, violent crime down.
- State of Exception remains, allowing warrantless arrests.
- Avoid night travel, use major highways.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 25 Jun 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 10 Sept 2026, 00:05
- Last updated
- 25 Jun 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：El Salvador - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 25 Jun 2026, 08:00